Firmware Engineer

Job Highlights

Company Profile

Illinois Tool Works (ITW) is a global, diversified manufacturer producing industrial equipment and components across automotive, food, and construction sectors.

Job Profile

The company is recruiting a Firmware Engineer who will design and development of next-generation products, helping to deliver more innovative, reliable, and customer-focused solutions.

Collaborate closely with engineering teams, marketing, and product management to bring ideas to life that enhance customer satisfaction and set new standards in welding technology.

Education Level

• Bachelor’s Degree in computer engineering, computer science, software engineering, or electrical engineering with a minimum of 2+ years of industry experience

Work Experience

• Experience designing, developing, testing, and debugging embedded software in alignment with the essential job functions above
• Deep experience with various embedded control algorithms (e.g., PID control loops, motor control, digital filters, state machines, etc.
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS)

Duties/Responsibilities

• Champion emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in embedded systems development to continuously modernize our software development process
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams (including power electronics and welding), project managers, and product managers to specify, design, develop, and support new product initiatives
• Develop efficient, reliable, and maintainable real-time C/C++ firmware to control hardware, implement complex algorithms, and handle critical real-time operations. This work is crucial for integrating sophisticated embedded controls to achieve world-class arc welding performance and characteristics
• Identify areas for process improvement, propose innovative solutions, and contribute to the enhancement of software development methodologies and practices within the team
• Primary responsibilities include the design, development, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation of embedded software for various hardware platforms to support new product development initiatives and existing products
• Prioritize tasks, manage timelines, and effectively communicate progress and challenges to meet project deadlines and deliverables

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Knowledge of software development methodologies and best practices, including version control, code reviews, and testing frameworks.
• Proficiency in using debugging tools, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other hardware/software debugging techniques to identify and resolve issues in embedded systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot complex issues and propose effective solutions in a time-sensitive environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey technical concepts and collaborate with team members, stakeholders, and customers
• Solid understanding of electronic circuits, schematics, and board-level design
• Familiarity with modern CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Azure DevOps).
• Familiarity with Agile or Scrum software development process in a team environment
• Strong knowledge and experience in embedded systems development, including:
• Object-oriented design in C/C++ code bases
• Embedded memory management considerations
• Interfacing with embedded microcontroller peripherals (including communications)
• Real-time task management, including interrupt service routines

Work Environment

• Collaborates closely with hardware and software teams
• May require occasional on-site hardware testing
• Often meets tight development deadlines
• Uses debugging tools and oscilloscopes daily
• Works in labs or offices with embedded hardware

Benefits/Perks

• Company-Paid Insurance
• Education Assistance
• Family-Friendly Benefits
• Generous Retirement Benefits
• Paid Time Off

Employer’s Statement

ITW is an Equal Opportunity Employer.